Social Worker - Court & Locality Team - Manchester - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted social services agency in Manchester is looking for a Locum Social Worker for the Court and Locality Team. This ongoing, full-time position offers a competitive rate of £35 per hour. The successful candidate will manage cases involving children, conduct assessments, and work closely with a dedicated team of social workers in a supportive and flexible environment.

Benefits

Flexible locum work hours

Free car parking

Professional training access

Nurturing work environment

Qualifications

• Experience managing cases involving children under Child in Need and safeguarding.
• Ability to create care and safety plans.
• Strong relationship-building skills with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases within child protection frameworks.
• Conduct assessments and create comprehensive care plans.
• Collaborate with a team of social workers and ensure positive planning.

Skills

Case management

Client assessments

Child protection knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Locum Social Worker – Court & Locality Team
Job Location: Manchester, UK
Salary: £35 Hourly
Contract Duration: Ongoing, Full Time

Seize this thrilling opportunity to join the Court and Locality Team in vibrant Manchester as a Social Worker. This ongoing, full-time locum position offers a competitive rate of £35 per hour. You’ll engage in significant and rewarding work within a community-focused team environment.

What you will do

• Manage cases involving children under Child in Need, child protection, pre-proceedings, and care proceedings frameworks.
• Conduct thorough assessments, and create comprehensive care and safety plans.
• Build strong, empathetic relationships with children and their families to ensure positive and timely permanence planning.
• Collaborate with a team of six social workers, including advanced practitioners and a supportive team manager.
• Benefit from monthly supervision and access to further training opportunities.
• Engage in shared decision-making with team members and management for optimal outcomes.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Benefits

• Locum work offers flexibility that is hard to find in traditional roles, allowing you to control your work-life balance according to your lifestyle.
• Free car parking just a few minutes’ walk from the office, making your commute hassle-free.
• Monthly supervision and access to professional training to help you climb the career ladder.
• Work in a nurturing environment where home working can be accommodated, promoting a healthy work-life blend while maintaining valuable face-to-face interaction for team cohesion.